Ocean And Her Rulers

Ocean And Her Rulers

Alfred Elwes

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Kessinger Publishing
Año de edición:
2009
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Viajes y vacaciones
ISBN:
9781104358990
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''Ocean and Her Rulers'' is a historical narrative written by Alfred Elwes in 1878. The book explores the various nations that have held dominion over the sea throughout history, from the earliest ages to the present day. The author provides a detailed account of the rise and fall of maritime powers, including the Phoenicians, Greeks, Romans, Vikings, and British. He also discusses the different strategies and technologies that these nations used to maintain control over the oceans, such as navigation, shipbuilding, and naval warfare. The book offers a fascinating insight into the importance of the sea in shaping the course of human history, and the profound impact that maritime powers have had on the world. Overall, ''Ocean and Her Rulers'' is a compelling read for anyone interested in the history of seafaring nations and their influence on global politics and culture.Comprising A Brief History Of Navigation From The Remotest Periods To The Present Time.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world’s literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

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